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    March 1, 2024 SpecialKids .Company

    Best courses for parents of an autistic child

    Parenting isn’t easy. Whilst it is undoubtedly the biggest blessing, it is also constant. It’s around the clock love, care and patience. However, when your child is autistic it can feel harder to get it ‘right’. You want to celebrate your child’s neurodiversity and help them to feel happy, healthy and supported. There are courses to help parents around the country and online on how best to support children with autism. In this blog, SpecialKids.Company will round up some of the best ones for you should you wish to explore them.
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    January 23, 2024 SpecialKids .Company

    Does compression clothing help with autism?

    Autistic children with sensory needs often find deep pressure and compression to be comforting. There are many methods of applying compression; be it with your hands, a weighted blanket or special needs clothing. Compression clothing is great for children with autism who find the sensory feedback from deep pressure helpful.
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  • Internet Safety. A baby sitting in between parents in bed, the room is pitch black. A light is shining on his face from looking at a computer screen.
    September 18, 2023 SpecialKids .Company

    Internet Safety Rules to Teach a Child with Autism

    The internet is quite something, isn’t it? It enables our children to communicate, play games and learn and can be a ‘go-to’ when our kids need to self-regulate or be entertained. But the internet can also be terrifying. Children, particularly autistic children, are vulnerable to online abuse and predators. It is therefore paramount that we teach our kids online safety to ensure that they are not at any risk when using online devices such as a tablet or computers.

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  • Tips on Getting Kids with Autism to Try Colourful Foods
    August 10, 2023 SpecialKids .Company

    Tips on Getting Kids with Autism to Try Colourful Foods

    Sensory processing issues have a lot to do with this because colours, textures, smells and tastes can be extremely overwhelming for autistic children and can have a huge impact on how they feel. A lot of colourful foods, such as fruit and vegetables, can change in taste depending on the season and this can be problematic for children who like routine and predictability. In this blog, we will provide you with some suggestions of things that you can try to encourage your child to try colourful foods.
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